Indian chili chicken is a flavorful and spicy dish that combines the best of Indian and Chinese cuisines. It is typically made with chicken, onions, bell peppers, and a variety of spices, including chili powder, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. The chicken is first marinated in a mixture of yogurt, ginger, garlic, and spices, then cooked in a hot pan until browned. The onions and bell peppers are then added and cooked until softened, and the whole dish is simmered in a spicy tomato sauce. Indian chili chicken can be served with rice, naan, or roti, and is sure to please everyone at your table.
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INDIAN-STYLE CHILE CHICKEN
I recently competed in a Chinese cooking competition that was broadcast internationally live from Times Square in New York City. The sheer ethnic display of this event, the flaming woks, and the gaze of the huge crowd not only inspired me, but drove me to delve further into this compelling cuisine. I and a host of other ''celebrity'' chefs were challenged to make a traditional version of a Chinese staple, Kung Pao Chicken, within a very short time frame-a pressure cooker indeed! As much as I enjoyed the process and ultimately the dish, I craved the addition of a couple of Indian spices. Indo-Chinese is enjoyed by many Indians, and I hope you enjoy one of my favorites in this genre.
Provided by Maneet Chauhan
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- For the chicken, combine the chicken, red chili powder, white pepper, soy sauce, vinegar, ketchup, garlic-ginger paste and salt in a bowl and mix well. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes. Add the cornstarch and egg and mix well. Heat oil in a large skillet or deep-fryer to 325 to 350 degrees F. Fry the chicken until golden brown.
- For the vegetables and sauce, heat the oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the red onions, green onions, ginger, garlic, chiles and bell pepper. Saute for a few seconds. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Add the sugar, red chili powder, salt, white pepper, soy sauce and ketchup and mix well. Add the fried chicken. Cook, stirring, until chicken is coated with the sauce.
- Combine the cornstarch with 1/2 cup water and mix well. Add to the sauce, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with green onion tops.
INDIAN CHILI CHICKEN
A simple yet delicious Indian chicken dish taught to me by a good friend. Works best if you have a wok. Serve with steamed or sticky rice and your choice of naan. (Start cooking the rice when you start the first step.) You can add an extra presentation flair by slicing the peppers at an angle.
Provided by Into the Fire
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 45m
Yield 6 plates, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Add vegetable oil to a depth of 1-2 inches in a pot; heat on medium-high heat.
- Cut chicken breast fillets into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine chicken, chili powder, and five tbsp of ginger-garlic paste in a bowl.
- Mix well while lightly covering mixture with the 1/2 cup of flour; chicken pieces should be fully covered with flour. Set aside.
- Add about 1/4 cup of vegetable oil to the wok and heat on medium-high.
- Add sliced onion, sliced peppers, and two tbsp of ginger-garlic paste to wok; stir occasionally ensuring the vegetables are coated in oil.
- By now the oil in the pot should be heated (carefully test with a single drop of water). Gently submerge the chicken pieces, covering the bottom of the pot. Once bubbling settles down remove the pieces onto a plate with paper towels. Repeat until all the chicken is cooked. Be sure not to overcook the the chicken. Pat the remaining oil from the chicken with a paper towel.
- The vegetables in the wok should be softened. Add the chicken, a few shots of soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, and salt. Mix well for a minute or two.
- Serve with rice and naan and top with cilantro. Yumm!
INDIAN CHILI CHICKEN WITH ONIONS
This is supposedly very similar to the chicken prepared by Chinese people living in India. Posted by request. I have never made this dish and so I cannot list prep time and cooking time.
Provided by Millereg
Categories Chicken
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a wok; put in onions and fry until they are caramelized, stirring every so often.
- While the onions are caramelizing, cut the chicken into bite size pieces.
- Coat each piece with cornstarch.
- Add ginger and garlic to onions and fry some more.
- When the onions, ginger and garlic are done, push them up to the sides of the wok to make room for the chicken.
- Add chicken pieces to the hot oil.
- Fry until the chicken is brown and has crispy bits on the edges.
- Stir onion mixture from the wok sides into the chicken.
- Add green chilies and green onion.
- Stir around just enough to warm the chilies and green onion.
- Push the chicken mixture to the upper sides of the wok to keep it crispy as you make the sauce.
- Mix together water, sugar, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, soy sauce in a small bowl.
- Throw it into the centre of the wok.
- Remove from heat and stir sauce until thickened.
- Mix well with chicken and onions.
- Serve with plenty of steamed rice, broccoli and beer.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you avoid scrambling and make the cooking process smoother.
- Use a large skillet or wok: This will allow you to cook all of the chicken and vegetables in one go, without overcrowding the pan.
- Cook the chicken in batches if necessary: If you're using a smaller skillet, you may need to cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken should be cooked until it is just cooked through, but not dry. Overcooked chicken is tough and chewy.
- Add the vegetables at the right time: The vegetables in this dish should be cooked until they are tender, but still have a bit of a crunch. Add them to the skillet at different times, depending on how long they take to cook.
- Use a good quality chili sauce: The chili sauce is what gives this dish its flavor, so make sure you use a good quality one. You can use a store-bought chili sauce or make your own.
- Serve with rice or noodles: This dish is traditionally served with rice or noodles. You can also serve it with a side of vegetables.
Conclusion:
Indian chili chicken with onions is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The combination of chicken, vegetables, and chili sauce creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please the whole family. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give this Indian chili chicken with onions a try!
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